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‘Hepatitis’ is a harmful virus, which affects the liver and might cause serious liver disease, if not treated properly. Generally, it can be prevented if a person gets vaccinated for it on time. However, if this condition has already affected the liver, liver surgery might be needed to address it. Thankfully, laparoscopic surgery of the liver can help treat it effectively.

The liver is a vital organ in our body. It filters out the harmful substances and purifies the blood. Also, it transforms the nutrients and vitamins into substances, which circulate through the blood. A hepatitis-affected liver cannot perform functionally, which eventually leads to liver diseases.

Hepatitis occurs due to excessive alcohol abuse, unprescribed drugs, unhygienic food, etc. Most of the common hepatitis viruses are Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C.

As we are observing World Immunization Week this month, let’s discuss Hepatitis types and its treatment.

Hepatitis A:

It happens due to infection with Hepatisis A virus.

Causes:

Poor
sanitation

Drug
addiction

Unhygienic
foods

Contamination
with stool of an infected person

Unprotected
sex.

Symptoms:

It may or may not project symptoms, but if it does, the following condition might be noted:

Loss
of appetite

Jaundice

Dark-colored
urine

Low-grade
fever

Treatment And Immunization:

All children should be vaccinated by the age of 1 year, against hepatitis A.

There is no specific treatment exists for Hepatitis A, once it onsets.

Hepatitis B:

It happens due to infection with Hepatisis B virus.

Cause:

Through
with blood, semen, or any other body fluids.

Sharing
contaminated equipment (needles, syringe)

Sharing
toothbrushes or razors

Unprotected
sex.

Born
to an infected mother.

Symptoms:

Usually, symptoms occur after one month or so, after exposure to the infection. It can lead to mild to serious condition, such as-

Abdominal
pain.

Fever

Vomiting

Fatigue

Jaundice

Treatment And Immunization:

Vaccination for certain people with high risk is highly recommended, such as-

Newborns.

People,
who live with someone who has hepatitis B.

People
who have chronic liver disease

People
who have multiple sex partners.

There is no certain treatment available for hepatitis B. People go under supportive care and regular monitoring to examine liver disease progression.

Hepatitis C:

It happens due to infection with Hepatisis C virus.

Causes:

Blood
from a person, who is infected with hepatitis C virus.

Born
to an infected mother

HIV
infected person

Getting
a Tattoo and piercing from an unhygienic parlor.

Symptoms:

This is also called a silent disease, as it hardly shows any symptoms in its early stages. These symptoms are-

Jaundice

Weight
loss

Swelling
in the legs

Irritation
in skin

Poor
appetite.

Treatment &
Immunization:

There is no vaccine invented for Hepatitis C. However, its risk can be minimized if, you,

Stop
taking prohibited drugs.

Be
careful when getting tattoos and piercing.

Do
not engage in unprotected sex.

Hepatitis can lead to chronic liver disease, which might take to liver surgery. On this world immunization week, Varanasi Hospital urges every individual to take vaccination for Hepatitis on time and stay safe and healthy.

The liver plays an important role in our digestive system. What we eat and drink regularly, all pass through our digestive system with the help of the liver. It is a wedge-shaped organ located on the right side of your abdomen. In most of the cases, the symptoms stay undetected for long and ultimately requires Liver Surgery for treatment. Varanasi Hospital is one of the Best Liver Surgery Hospital in India. However, if you get more conscious from the start, your liver will work perfectly till the end.

Here is how you will take care of your liver-

#Exercise Regularly:

Make this as your habit. Keep your weight in control by doing exercise regularly. You can prevent nonalcoholic fatty liver disease if you exercise regularly.

#Avoid Drinking Too Much Alcohol

Too much alcohol consumption can damage the liver permanently. It can end up with cirrhosis, which can be deadly. So, have alcohol in mild quantity, if you must.

#Be Cautious About Medicines

Certain medicines and drugs can cause side effects, which are harmful for your liver. Most of the cases, some of the painkillers can damage the liver function. It is best to consult with your doctor to know the safest way to take the medicines.

#Quit Smoking

Smoking is a faster way to damage the liver as it can cause Hepatitis C and other conditions. So quit smoking if you want to keep your liver healthy.

#Get Vaccination

Take the vaccine for Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B before it harms your liver. Get all the vaccinations at the right time.

#Maintain Hygiene

Wash your hands before eating. Do not use any contaminated needles, razors which make direct contact with your skin.

Timely measurement is the best way to fight with liver disease. Varanasi Hospital provides a large range of liver surgery. In case if you diagnosed with any early symptoms, contact us for any liver oriented issues. We can assure you with the best!

A liver is the largest internal organ as well as largest gland of a human body. It is located below the diaphragm in the right side of the abdomen. It weighs around 3 pounds and is separated into two parts, right and left lobes. The liver is one of the most vital organs and plays an important part in the digestive system. Without the functions of the liver, a human being cannot survive. There are many important functions of a liver. These include the following:

The liver is a football-shaped large organ located on the upper right side of the stomach under ribs. The liver plays an important role in the digestion of food, storing and filtering of blood and controlling blood clotting. It is the only organ in the body that can renew itself. Liver cancer affects around 30 people per 1,00,000 and its major cause is diabetes, hepatitis, and consumption of alcohol. The most common type is hepatocellular carcinoma while others like hepatoblastoma and intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma are uncommon. It is more common in males than females. The most common symptoms include abdominal pain, back pain, jaundice, itching, anemia, weight loss, and fever.

Diabetes can occur due to a liver disease and vice versa. Type 2 Diabetes is associated with liver dysfunction. Liver maintains glucose in the blood. It is observed that people with fatty liver are five times as likely to develop Diabetes and most people with Type 2 Diabetes develop fatty liver because of uncontrolled high sugars.